Putting the Trust Back in Trust Funds
Budget & Appropriations, Research, TaxesAccording to this Briefing, When the Legislature wants to sweep a trust fund, it should be required to introduce a separate general bill for each […]
Florida Should Proceed with Medicaid DRG Implementation
Budget & Appropriations, Health Care, Research, TaxesThe Florida Agency for Health Care Administration should continue with its planned July 1, 2013 implementation of a prospective payment plan for Medicaid hospital inpatients
Reforming Florida’s Claim Bill Process
Budget & Appropriations, Local Government, Research, TaxesFlorida’s claim bill process is in need of reform. This process—by which persons can petition the legislature for payment of tort claims against government—has received
Economic Commentary: The Disproportionate Effect of Sequestration on Florida
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Local Government, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideIf the “Sequester” kicks in on March 1, the immediate cuts to the budget authority are $85 billion, and the Congressional Budget Office has indicated
Legislature Should Reduce Florida’s Communications Services Tax
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Local Government, Research, TaxesThis Briefing looks at the history of the CST in Florida, compares Florida’s rates to other states, finding that Florida is the fourth-highest state in
Modernizing the FRS: Switching to a Defined Contribution Plan
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Retirement, TaxesDue primarily to its substantial and unpredictable long-term costs, the Florida TaxWatch Government Cost Saving Task Force has made recommendations to reform the current Florida
Budget Watch – Governor Scott’s Proposed Budget, FY 2013-14
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideThis Budget Watch looks at the details of the Governor’s $74.2 billion proposed budget for FY2013-14.
Investing in Tourism: the Economic Impact of Expanding Florida Tourism
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Local Government, Research, Taxes, TourismThe economic modeling done in this Report, looking at the impact of investing more in Florida’s tourism industry, indicates that the Florida tourism industry reaching
Government Cost Savings Task Force Report for FY2013-14
Budget & Appropriations, Cost Savings, Economic Development, Education, Energy & Environment, Health Care, Insurance, Local Government, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer Guide, TransportationContinuing a legacy that has resulted in the savings of at least $3.5 billion in Floridians’ hard-earned tax dollars over the last four years alone,
The 2012 Voter Guide
Budget & Appropriations, Local Government, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer Guide, Voter GuidesConsistent with the research and educational mission of Florida TaxWatch, the 2012 Voter Guide is the third consecutive Guide released during a statewide election cycle.
Budget Outlook (Long-Range Financial Outlook)
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Research, TaxesThe September 2012 Florida TaxWatch Budget Outlook provides details on the revenue projections, how much spending is expected to increase, and a look at Critical
Government Cost Savings-Legislative Update 2012
Budget & Appropriations, Cost Savings, Research, TaxesUpdated to include Governor Scott’s vetos, this piece details the progress made this legislative session on the GCSTF Recommendations for FY 2012-13
The Governor’s Budget Recommendations for FY 2011-12 First Proposed Budget a Bold Plan for Spending Cuts- Tax Relief
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Just weeks after being sworn in as governor, Rick Scott released his first budget which called for several billion dollars in spending cuts and the
Economic and Caseload Estimating Conferences Provide More Information for Next Year’s Budget Shortfall Forecast
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Budget drivers such as Medicaid, school enrollment and voluntary pre-K are examined in this report which explores the budget shortfall facing the 2011 legislature. “
Estimating Conferences Project More Money for the 2011 Legislature
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Sales taxes, corporate income taxes, and medical and hospital fees are scrutinized for the revenue each is likely to provide to lawmakers.”
Next Year’s Budget Outlook Begins to Take Shape through a Series of Estimating Conferences
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Facing an estimated $5 billion to $6 billion shortfall, lawmakers faced some tough decisions. This report examines sources of general revenue and their impact. “
Governor Crist Releases Optimistic $69.2 Billion Spending Plan
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Despite talk of a looming budget shortfall, the final budget of Charlie Crist’s tenure as governor called for a $2.7 billion increase in spending. “
New General Revenue Estimates Reduced Slightly- Full Recovery Not Expected to Begin Until Spring 2011
Budget & Appropriations, Research, TaxesThis Florida TaxWatch publication, New General Revenue Estimates Reduced Slightly- Full Recovery Not Expected to Begin Until Spring 2011, is available for download via the
Budget Watch: Analysis of the Governor’s Recommendations FY 2009-10
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“While saying he’s not recommending any tax increases, Governor Charlie Crist is proposing $558 million in new fees. This report details key allocations contained in
E-Communique: Already Unprecedented Bad Budget Outlook Gets Even Worse; Revenue Estimates Cut By Another $1.4 Billion This Year- $2.3 Billion Next Year
Budget & Appropriations, Research, TaxesThis Florida TaxWatch publication, E-Communique: Already Unprecedented Bad Budget Outlook Gets Even Worse; Revenue Estimates Cut By Another $1.4 Billion This Year- $2.3 Billion Next
